Whats the difference between this flash and the Sony HVLF20AM TTL Digital Flash. I own NEX 6 and wondering which one is a good fit? Thanks
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This one does not require an adapter. It is designed for the multi interface for the newer Alpha NEX cameras. It is a decent flash and offers more options than the popup flash. If you are looking for a versatile flash I would recommend the HVL43 with an adapter. Overall I like it but due to the size and does not require and adapter for my NEX 6.
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The other one fits the old style auto lock shoe. It will not fit the NEX-6 without an adapter. You want this one because the NEX-6 has the new Multi-Interface Shoe.
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The HVLF20AM flash was designed to interface with the Alpha series cameras hence, the A designation. It lacks Sony's new Multi Interface shoe (hence the MI designation for this flash) that communicates directly with the NEX-6 to provide true TTL/ADI (through the lens)/(Advanced Distance Integration) flash metering. The HVLF20AM was never designed to work directly with the NEX 6 without the use of ADP-MMA adapter which allows the flash to mount on an NEX-6 but does not provide distance information to the flash so you loose TTL/ADI flash metering capability. The base of these flashes looks entirely different with the HVLF20AM having 4 contacts in the center of it's shoe which was the standard for the Alpha series cameras and the HVLF20M MI shoe has a single center contact with 9 additional gold contacts at the front of the shoe which communicate with the Multi Interface shoe of the camera. I did have customer images posted that showed detailed pictures of the shoe and it's delicate contacts but Amazon has done away with all customer images and so you will have to look elsewhere to find pictures of the base of these flashes. So, the best flash for your Sony NEX-6 is the very flash Sony designed specifically for it, the HVLF20M MI. If you have any other questions don't hesitate to ask.
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It works with Sony A7, but not well. In the TTL mode, it is severely underpowered with bright background. The Auto mode seems to work better with bright background. Sony HVL-43M (TTL mode) provide more accurate exposure. I also tried Nikon SB800 in the Auto mode (it mounts directly with no adapter). It seems to work as good as Metz and Sony in the Auto mode. Quantum Trio and QFlash T5d-R for Nikon in the Auto mode and manual mode, however, provide the best exposure. Sony & Metz flashes sync at 1/250 sec no problem. But Nikon and Quantum flashes cannot sync at 1/250. It has to be 1/200 or slower.
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This is the discription on the flash. (Polaroid PL-108AF Studio Series Digital Auto Focus / TTL Shoe Mount Flash For The Sony Alpha NEX-7, NEX-6, SLT-A33, SLT-A35, SLT-A37, SLT-A55, SLT-A57, SLT-A65, SLT-A77, SLT-A99, A100, A200, A230, A290, A300, A330, A350, A380, A390, A450, A500, A560, A550, A700, A850, A900, DSC-RX1 Digital SLR Cameras). I did the search on amazon for slt-a65 and the sony alpha a65 came up as well as sony alpha slt-a65. I don't own one but that to me would be as close to a yes as I can get.
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I don't think the SB-28 works in TTL mode with digital SLRs. You'd have to use A or Manual mode. Might be time to upgrade your flash.
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They make differnt shapped one to fit differant external flashes like my canon would not fit your sony but sony fits sony this is a tool you wil never go out with your flash ever agian auto camera manue flash it blends with dark places just a touch of light and it also can light up a room its flat light makes skin look great and is thinner in the top part than the sides for ciling bounces have fun great for bands !!
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Sony/minolta has a brand specific flash shoe which is very different from most cameras.... there is an adapter for nex to regular shoe http://www.amazon.com/Sony-ADPAMA-Shoe-Adapter-Black/dp/B0097DFS2G/ref=pd_sim_e_15.... awkward and still won't work with any of the advanced functions on other flashes like TTL... You might want to look at a optical trigger for setting off your Olympus flash... There are slave triggers which can sense the pre-flash from nex and them set off your Olympus or other type flash wirelessly Seagull SYK-5 Wireless Remote Flash Slave Trigger with Red Eye Reduction Sony/minolta has a brand specific flash shoe which is very different from most cameras.... there is an adapter for nex to regular shoe http://www.amazon.com/Sony-ADPAMA-Shoe-Adapter-Black/dp/B0097DFS2G/ref=pd_sim_e_15.... awkward and still won't work with any of the advanced functions on other flashes like TTL... You might want to look at a optical trigger for setting off your Olympus flash... There are slave triggers which can sense the pre-flash from nex and them set off your Olympus or other type flash wirelessly Seagull SYK-5... » Read More Sony/minolta has a brand specific flash shoe which is very different from most cameras.... there is an adapter for nex to regular shoe http://www.amazon.com/Sony-ADPAMA-Shoe-Adapter-Black/dp/B0097DFS2G/ref=pd_sim_e_15.... awkward and still won't work with any of the advanced functions on other flashes like TTL... You might want to look at a optical trigger for setting off your Olympus flash... There are slave triggers which can sense the pre-flash from nex and them set off your Olympus or other type flash wirelessly Seagull SYK-5 Wireless Remote Flash Slave Trigger with Red Eye Reduction « Show Less
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I think this is your best choice for landscape photography on a Nex-6 camera. The other option you have is the Sony 10-18 Wide Zoom. The image quality is not as good, but the lens does have OSS (image stabilization). Hope this helps...
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I would contact the Nikon & Sunpak people for the information you're looking for. That's your best bet. I did this when I purchased this flash for my Canon & it helped me make my decision. I like the flash.
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This flash is entirely manual so if you're willing to set the power and try a couple times to get the settings right then sure. If you're planning on shooting in controlled settings and can take the time to adjust the power output each time then it is absolutely a treat. If you want something to use in conditions where the light is highly variable then I would look elsewhere and consider a flash with TTL functionality.
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What flashes do you have? The ones with the old sony/Minolta shoe or the newer Sony shoe?
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You can use it but only in Manual Mode! TTL Will not work, any kind of flash, canon, nikon or the new hot shoe sony's, but i recomend to you the Yongnuo
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The nex7 looks like it has the same hot shoe configuration as my Alpha A 37. I am using it on the A37. Look at the two cameras and if the flash shoe looks the same than it will work on the nex7
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Both the SB300 and the D80 support i-TTL so you'll be fine. I keep the SB300 and a 50mm 1.4 on my spare camera body for personal shots of my family. I keep everything on automatic so everyone can use it. I like the SB300 because it is small and it is perfect for bouncing a little light off the ceiling. I have a couple of SB900's and they're too big for others to use. I do wish the SB300 rotated side to side, but its little size is a good trade off.
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It does work in TTL mode with the adapter, but I find that the flash is more accurate in the auto setting than TTL. Overall not as powerful as the Sony HVL-F58am or HVL-F60, but I find the reliability to be rock solid when compared to the Sony flashes as it has never overheated during an event. I still prefer the build quality and flexibility of the swivel head on the Sony, but due to the overheating issues I mentioned earlier I went with the Metz and do not regret it so far.
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Sony cameras have their own special flash communication protocol which was developed by Minolta in 1988 and currently it is one of the best flash technologies on the market. There is Sigma EF-530 DG ST Electronic Flash for *Sony* DSLR - go for this one. But if you want a good flash then make more savings and get Sony flash.
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I seriously doubt that you will be happy with this flash. It is touted as an automatic TTL flash that works similar to name-brand flashes made for your camera. It is not. Suggest that you look seriously at the smaller Canon flash or a Metz equivalent. This flash is a manual flash and unless you are handy with setting aperture and shutter speed for different lighting situations, I would advise you to steer clear.
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You will need the Sony ADP-MAA adapter. It will work in ADI and TTL mode. Sometimes you need to cycle power on the NEX if the flash isn't recognized (best to install with camera powered off). The Metz 36 AF-5 doesn't have a remote trigger or manual output settings, so it would only work well on a remote cable. Yongnuo 560 II would be a better remote strobe.